Field Security Advisor (ICS-10)
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location:
- Grade: Mid/Senior level - Mid/Senior - Internationally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Security and Safety
- Closing Date: Closed
Background Information - UNOPS
“UNOPS plays a critical role in providing management services for our life-saving, peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. I have seen many examples of how these activities help suffering people in troubled parts of the world.” Ban Ki-moon, United Nations Secretary-General.
UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.
By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.
UNOPS employs around 3,500 personnel annually and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries.
UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.
By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.
UNOPS employs around 3,500 personnel annually and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries.
Background Information - Job-specific
Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Operations Centre/Project Centre and under the guidance of the Chief of Security, the Field Security Advisor is a team member of the Operations/Project Centre, responsible for effective delivery of security services in order to obtain the best value for money. He/she analyzes and interprets the situation and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex security related issues. The Field Security Advisor promotes a collaborative, client-focused, quality and results-oriented approach in the Office.
The functions/duties/key results of this job description are generic and may not always be applicable, nor comprehensive, for all jobs under this job title. The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and that of UNOPS.
The functions/duties/key results of this job description are generic and may not always be applicable, nor comprehensive, for all jobs under this job title. The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and that of UNOPS.
Functional Responsibilities
Advise the Director/supervisor and Program Managers on all safety and security related matters and the possible impact on staff safety, UNOPS equipment, project design, implementation and funding;
Prepare comprehensive SOP’s for the country to include all locations where UNOPS staff and dependants are present;
Work to ensure that safety and security is a core component of all programmes at the duty station and that appropriate funding is provided based on actual needs;
Prepare an annual security work plan including budget for all aspects of security including full MOSS / MORSS compliance and training needs;
Conduct periodic (or when the security situation dictates) office security surveys, with recommendations on necessary physical security upgrades communicated to the CD, Head of Programs and concerned Project Manager/s;
Establish and maintain contact with UNDSS, other UN Agencies, NGO and national security agencies where and when appropriate;
In line with UN Security Management System (UNSMS) methodology, develop as required security risk assessments outlining potential risks and recommended mitigation strategies regards project implementation taking into consideration relevant and existing assessments;
Constant monitoring and analysis of the operating environment, timely readjustment and improvements of operations, including advice on legal considerations and risk assessment;
Analysis and identification of potential issues related to security operations. Proposal of strategies and options to be reviewed by management;
Build and share knowledge with regards to the management of operations in the Country Office;
Ensuring all UNOPS personnel receive briefings upon initial arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security;
Establish and manage UNOPS warden systems for both International and National staff, prepare travel and other security advisories for all staff and advise and assist in the implementation of MOSS and MORSS compliancy;
Ensure that fire safety arrangements (fire extinguishers, smoke detectors etc.) are present and functioning in all UNOPS premises;
Oversee the preparation of fire/building evacuation plans, whilst ensuring that periodical practice drills are carried out;
Monitor that Administrative Instructions are correctly followed in relation to the establishment of UNOPS office and residential premises, whilst ensuring that security surveys and all recommended physical security measures are implemented prior to occupancy;
Ensure by monitoring the process, that timely submissions of staff security clearance requests are carried out;
Ensure that security training with synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices is provided to Wardens and all staff in the mission area;
Follow up on arrests and detentions of staff members and eligible dependants;
Coordination of an appropriate UNOPS 24-hour response to all security related incidents involving staff and eligible dependants;
Ensure staff adherence and compliance to the various UNSMS advisories, in particular: compliance with directions related to warden systems; minimum operating security standards (MOSS); minimum operating residential security standards (MORSS), etc.;
Manage the work assignments and schedules of all staff assigned to the office of the FSA;
Provide oversight and take responsibility for the delegated assignments of personnel and assets under supervision;
Serve as the first reporting officer on performance evaluations of all staff assigned to the office of the FSA;
Define, manage and account for the use of security equipment including communications equipment;
Immediate reporting of all security related incidents involving UN staff and eligible dependants to the Country Director, UNDSS and the UNOPS Chief of Security where appropriate, and
Perform any other relevant duties as required and tasked by the supervisor.
Prepare comprehensive SOP’s for the country to include all locations where UNOPS staff and dependants are present;
Work to ensure that safety and security is a core component of all programmes at the duty station and that appropriate funding is provided based on actual needs;
Prepare an annual security work plan including budget for all aspects of security including full MOSS / MORSS compliance and training needs;
Conduct periodic (or when the security situation dictates) office security surveys, with recommendations on necessary physical security upgrades communicated to the CD, Head of Programs and concerned Project Manager/s;
Establish and maintain contact with UNDSS, other UN Agencies, NGO and national security agencies where and when appropriate;
In line with UN Security Management System (UNSMS) methodology, develop as required security risk assessments outlining potential risks and recommended mitigation strategies regards project implementation taking into consideration relevant and existing assessments;
Constant monitoring and analysis of the operating environment, timely readjustment and improvements of operations, including advice on legal considerations and risk assessment;
Analysis and identification of potential issues related to security operations. Proposal of strategies and options to be reviewed by management;
Build and share knowledge with regards to the management of operations in the Country Office;
Ensuring all UNOPS personnel receive briefings upon initial arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security;
Establish and manage UNOPS warden systems for both International and National staff, prepare travel and other security advisories for all staff and advise and assist in the implementation of MOSS and MORSS compliancy;
Ensure that fire safety arrangements (fire extinguishers, smoke detectors etc.) are present and functioning in all UNOPS premises;
Oversee the preparation of fire/building evacuation plans, whilst ensuring that periodical practice drills are carried out;
Monitor that Administrative Instructions are correctly followed in relation to the establishment of UNOPS office and residential premises, whilst ensuring that security surveys and all recommended physical security measures are implemented prior to occupancy;
Ensure by monitoring the process, that timely submissions of staff security clearance requests are carried out;
Ensure that security training with synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices is provided to Wardens and all staff in the mission area;
Follow up on arrests and detentions of staff members and eligible dependants;
Coordination of an appropriate UNOPS 24-hour response to all security related incidents involving staff and eligible dependants;
Ensure staff adherence and compliance to the various UNSMS advisories, in particular: compliance with directions related to warden systems; minimum operating security standards (MOSS); minimum operating residential security standards (MORSS), etc.;
Manage the work assignments and schedules of all staff assigned to the office of the FSA;
Provide oversight and take responsibility for the delegated assignments of personnel and assets under supervision;
Serve as the first reporting officer on performance evaluations of all staff assigned to the office of the FSA;
Define, manage and account for the use of security equipment including communications equipment;
Immediate reporting of all security related incidents involving UN staff and eligible dependants to the Country Director, UNDSS and the UNOPS Chief of Security where appropriate, and
Perform any other relevant duties as required and tasked by the supervisor.
Required Competencies
In addition to UN/UNOPS Core values/competencies, diligence, attention to details, keen sense of work priorities and resourcefulness in obtaining and researching important information.
Ability to demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matters;
High sense of responsibility and proven ability to operate in physically and mentally demanding environments globally;
Good understanding of project and risk management;
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
Proven ability to supervise, motivate and lead personnel placed under leadership, culminating in fair evaluation of performances;
Demonstrate sound judgment in security management skills to resolve a range of protection management issues/problems;
Able to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance;
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and subordinate staff to achieve organizational goals, whilst always placing team before personal agenda;
Able to delegate responsibility and to clearly articulate to subordinate personnel in relation to their roles, responsibilities and reporting lines;
To monitor performance and progress of personnel and activities against milestones and deadlines;
Regularly discuss performance and provide feedback, guidance and advice to staff;
Demonstrate sound judgment in security management skills to resolve a range of protection issues/problems;
Able to produce proposals and reports to a high, professional and standardized level;
Show a resourceful, forthcoming and proactive approach toward research;
Excellent analytical skills and grasp of concepts;An excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken;
Ability to demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matters;
High sense of responsibility and proven ability to operate in physically and mentally demanding environments globally;
Good understanding of project and risk management;
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
Proven ability to supervise, motivate and lead personnel placed under leadership, culminating in fair evaluation of performances;
Demonstrate sound judgment in security management skills to resolve a range of protection management issues/problems;
Able to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance;
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and subordinate staff to achieve organizational goals, whilst always placing team before personal agenda;
Able to delegate responsibility and to clearly articulate to subordinate personnel in relation to their roles, responsibilities and reporting lines;
To monitor performance and progress of personnel and activities against milestones and deadlines;
Regularly discuss performance and provide feedback, guidance and advice to staff;
Demonstrate sound judgment in security management skills to resolve a range of protection issues/problems;
Able to produce proposals and reports to a high, professional and standardized level;
Show a resourceful, forthcoming and proactive approach toward research;
Excellent analytical skills and grasp of concepts;An excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken;
Desired Competencies
Relevant military or police training courses showing career progression with emphasis on operational planning and communication skills, combined with significant practical operational and UN experience would be of great advantage;
Ability to produce Standing Operating Procedures/Security Risk Assessments/Security Plans in accordance with UNSMS methodology is an asset;
Knowledge of UN rules and procedures is desirable, in particular UN Security Management System policies;
Skilled in the use of advanced first aid is an asset;
Demonstrate a logical decision-making capacity;Good knowledge of the area of operations and the region is an asset;
Ability to produce Standing Operating Procedures/Security Risk Assessments/Security Plans in accordance with UNSMS methodology is an asset;
Knowledge of UN rules and procedures is desirable, in particular UN Security Management System policies;
Skilled in the use of advanced first aid is an asset;
Demonstrate a logical decision-making capacity;Good knowledge of the area of operations and the region is an asset;
Education
Masters Degree or equivalent, preferable in social or political science, law, public administration, business management or security management.
Applicants with a Bachelors Degree with additional two years of relevant working experience may also be considered. Applicants with extensive years of relevant experience (minimum 6 years extra) may be considered in combination with high school diploma.
Applicants with a Bachelors Degree with additional two years of relevant working experience may also be considered. Applicants with extensive years of relevant experience (minimum 6 years extra) may be considered in combination with high school diploma.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in security management is required.
Experience in a managerial or supervisory role or Senior Command/ Leadership role is required.
Experience in a managerial or supervisory role or Senior Command/ Leadership role is required.
This vacancy is now closed.